Advisories

Student-led nationwide protests are expected in Germany on October 31 at 2:00PM; expect disruption and possible escalation.

The German youth group Gen Z Steht Auf has organized student protests in 21 cities across Germany against military policies, education cuts, and rising living costs. The organizers website has a live tally of signups with over 15,000 registered. The 5 cities with the largest expected turnout are Berlin, Hamburg, Koln, Frankfurt, and Munchen. Organizers expect a peaceful protest, but agitators may attend following the October 17 protests in France.

A monsoon will occur from October 21-25 across Bangkok, Thailand; expect heavy rainfall and travel disruptions.

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for intense rainfall. The affected regions include the South, East, Central, lower Northeast, and Bangkok.  Waves in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will be greater than 3 meters in height. Flash floods and landslides are likely near foothills and lowlands. Use the BTS Skytrain and MRT Subway, which operate normally unless station entrances are affected.

On October 28, Greece will celebrate Ohi Day across the nation with parades and crowds near Syntagma Square in Athens.

The Met Office has issued Yellow Warnings for wind and rain for Storm Austen, which is expected to impact southern England and Wales. Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, and Portsmouth will experience severe conditions, with winds expected to reach 70 mph. Heavy rainfall may cause surface water flooding. Expect fallen debris, power outages, and travel disruptions caused by high winds.

An explosion injures 4 in the Kolonos district, Athens, Greece on October 21; expect heightened security and avoid the area.

The Met Office has issued Yellow Warnings for wind and rain for Storm Austen, which is expected to impact southern England and Wales. Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, and Portsmouth will experience severe conditions, with winds expected to reach 70 mph. Heavy rainfall may cause surface water flooding. Expect fallen debris, power outages, and travel disruptions caused by high winds.

Storm Austen will produce heavy rainfall and strong winds from October 22-23 across the United Kingdom; expect travel delays.

The Met Office has issued Yellow Warnings for wind and rain for Storm Austen, which is expected to impact southern England and Wales. Plymouth, Bath, Cardiff, and Portsmouth will experience severe conditions, with winds expected to reach 70 mph. Heavy rainfall may cause surface water flooding. Expect fallen debris, power outages, and travel disruptions caused by high winds.

The NFL will host a football game in Saint-Denis, France, on October 25; expect large crowds and traffic disruptions.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints will face each other at the Stade de France on October 25. The matchup is the NFL’s first-ever regular-season game in France. Kickoff will take place at 2:30 PM, while stadium gates will open at 12:30 PM. Organizers expect a sold-out crowd of 81,000, likely causing traffic congestion around the stadium. Despite ongoing protests and civil unrest in France, the NFL has confirmed that the game will proceed as scheduled. Expect large crowds and heightened security.

Ramlila and Durga Puja religious celebrations will continue through October 20 in New Delhi, India; expect large crowds.

Hindu celebrations will draw large crowds for religious ceremonies, cultural performances, and festivities. Organizers at venues in Chittaranjan Park are expecting approximately 150,000 daily visitors, with other events attracting thousands of additional visitors. Delhi Traffic Police have issued advisories for increased congestion and traffic diversions between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM. Large crowds near celebration venues will cause traffic restrictions and transportation delays. Increased security will also be in place.

Protestors will gather outside the Sydney Town Hall in Sydney, Australia, on October 24 at 1:00 PM; expect travel disruption.

Sydney Students for Climate will gather to demand a stricter climate change stance from the Australian government. The protest will conclude around 2:00 PM. An exact turnout is unknown, but organizers expect thousands to attend. Recent climate protests in Sydney have drawn nearly 80,000 people. Disruptions to vehicle, transit, and pedestrian traffic are expected during the protest. An increased police presence will be in place to control crowds and traffic.

Authorities across France have imposed partial curfews on October 19-20 in several cities amid violent unrest; monitor the situation.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has instructed prefects to impose limited, localized curfews where needed to prevent further looting and rioting linked to the ongoing protests across the country. Partial curfews will be in force overnight on October 19-20 in several cities, including Paris, Lille, and Lyon. Authorities have also banned public gatherings and protests at certain hours in some areas, including Marseille and Paris. Lecornu said the government is prepared to declare a state of emergency if necessary.

Train drivers will strike for 24 hours across Spain on October 29; expect transportation delays.

The SEMAF union, representing train drivers of Renfe, the Spanish state rail company, is striking for better wages and safer working conditions. Service on local metros, regional, and long-distance trains is expected to be disrupted by the strike. Previous strikes have reduced service to between 65% and 75% of normal volumes. Updates on exact service impacts will be released closer to the strike date. Travelers should expect delays, congestion, and cancellations on Renfe trains.

Download this Report for Free